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A Calendar That Starts on 14th of April: Bahujan Calendar Art in India

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It was in 1894 when famous Indian painter and artist Raja Ravi Verma, also regarded as the father of modern art in India, established his lithographic press in Girgaum, Bombay. In September of the same year, the chromolithographs of goddesses Lakshmi and Saraswati were launched. Expensive and exclusive pieces of Verma’s art started to circulate […]

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Exploring the Distinctive Threads: The Nuances of American and English Comics (Part-1)

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INTRODUCTION The world of comics is  captivating where artistic expression and storytelling converge to create vibrant narratives that captivate readers across the globe. Within this realm, two distinct traditions, American comics and English comics, stand as pillars of creativity and innovation. While they share the common medium of sequential art, these traditions exhibit remarkable differences

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Woman in Gold is Bold, Brave and Brilliant

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Ever since individuals began cohabitating, political tensions have persistently plagued societies. One event that profoundly impacted humanity and affected the entire world was the world war, considered one of the worst events in history. The Nazis, a faction of fascists, disregarded fundamental human ethics and resulted in extensive devastation across various regions. Art was not

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Celebrating Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi: The Visionary Artist Behind the Iconic Cat-Eye Eyeglass Frames

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4 Aug’23, ON THIS DAY On August 4th, Google Doodle pays tribute to Altina ‘Tina’ Schinasi, an exceptional American artist and inventor renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the world of fashion and film. As we celebrate what would have been her 116th birthday, let’s delve into the life and achievements of this remarkable individual

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From Canvas to Soccer Pitch: JAY-Z’s Artistic Affinity and Aspirations

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An Artistic Bond: JAY-Z’s Decade-Long Love for the World of Art Over the past decade, music mogul JAY-Z has been candidly expressing his deep appreciation for the world of art. Beyond his chart-topping albums and entrepreneurial endeavors, the 53-year-old rapper has consistently showcased his passion for artistic creativity. His latest involvement in the art scene

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Sunil Das’ Artistic Odyssey: The Spirit of Equine Majesty and Ferocious Bulls

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Born in Kolkata in 1939, Sunil Das was an Indian expressionist painter. Coming from a middle-class family, Das decided to be a painter early on in life and refused to join his family business. He enrolled in the Government College of Art and Craft, Calcutta in 1955 and later won a French Government Scholarship to

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Madhubani Art of Raja Salhesh, Buddha & Baba Saheb: More Than Just Mithila’s Upper-Caste Women Enterprise

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Religious histories are often synonymous with legends and myths that root for a king or a demigod who possessed magical powers and eventually uplifted the society from evil towards ‘Dharma’. Fortunately, these legends and folklore have been documented as various visual and performative art forms of the subcontinent. Dalit visual and performative histories have always

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Demolition Plan for OGH Building Sparks Controversy: A Clash of Development and Heritage

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The decision to demolish the historic building of Osmania General Hospital (OGH) in Hyderabad, India, has ignited a passionate debate, pitting development against the preservation of the city’s rich heritage. The government’s announcement, made through an affidavit submitted to the High Court on July 27, outlines plans to tear down the old OGH building, citing

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